IL1 Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders

SWB RailRiders Homestand Preview- August 30-September 2

Published on August 29, 2019 under International League (IL1)
Scranton/Wilkes-Barre RailRiders News Release


The RailRiders return to PNC Field tomorrow to begin a four-game homestand against the Buffalo Bisons. Scranton/Wilkes-Barre is currently in a battle for the playoffs, making each game this weekend critical.

On Wednesday, New York media reported that both Jordan Montgomery and Luis Severino will make rehab appearances for the RailRiders at PNC Field. Montgomery is slated to pitch Friday in the series opener while Severino, a two-time MLB All-Star, is set to go on Sunday.

The homestand is packed with giveaways. Friday is the 30th season beer stein giveaway, Saturday is our Gary Sanchez All-Time SWB Team Bobblehead giveaway presented by Geisinger, Sunday is the rescheduled 30th Season blanket giveaway courtesy of PNC Bank and Monday is the team photo giveaway.

Additionally, we have some great themes and events this weekend. Friday is Margaritaville Night and a Glow in the Park Friday with a jersey auction to benefit the Alzheimer's Association. We'll also have fireworks after the final out. Saturday is our first esports Night with Dignitas and Lackawanna College introducing us into the world of professional gaming. Its also our final Copa de la Diversión game of the season, presented by La Tolteca, and we will have fireworks after the final out courtesy of Dickson City Hyundai.

Sunday is our final Family FUNday of the season and the diamond Dig, presented by Steve Pronko Jewelers. Monday closes the regular season with Fan Appreciation Day featuring $2 lawn seats, $2 hot dogs, giveaways all game long, concessions specials and a team store sidewalk sale. It is also a Bark in the Park where fans can bring their dogs to the ballpark for a $1 donation to local animal shelters.

Tickets and more promotional information is available on our website- swbrailriders.com.

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